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Why do alcohols that show little tendency to dissolve in water appear to dissolve readily in 85% phosphoric acid? Would you describe the latter behavior as solubility or a chemical reaction? Explain
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Answered by bobpursley
Ever hear of a condensation reaction?
7 years ago
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